The Path with Ryan Roslansky

Ryan and Kickstarter CEO Everette Taylor chat about the quick starts and stops in Everette’s career. They cover everything from houselessness, to entrepreneurship, working two jobs at once, and being poached for the Kickstarter CEO role. They reflect on empathy as a marketing super power, and Everette gets real about the value of work-life balance. Then, Dorie Clark, author of Entrepreneurial You, gives tips on best ways to balance your time to be more creative and productive, and she shares pointers on how to become an entrepreneur.Follow Ryan, Everette and Dorie on LinkedInFor more tips from Dorie, check out her book, Entrepreneurial You and her LinkedIn Learning course, Personal Effectiveness Tips. Get more stories about leader’s zigs and zags by subscribing to The Path newsletter: LinkedIn.com/Path

In this episode, Ryan talks with multi-industry executive Angela Ahrendts, DBE. Angela was formerly the CEO of Burberry, SVP at Apple, Chair of Save the Children International and she’s now a senior operating advisor for SKKY Partners, a private equity firm founded by Kim Kardashian. Ryan and Angela talk about changing industries, following your passion, and how to lead when times are tough. Then, communication coach Dorie Clark helps break down tangible steps to finding your passion, and shares tips on how to navigate a career pivot.Follow Ryan, Angela, and Dorie on LinkedIn.Get more insights from Dorie, check out her book Reinventing You, and her LinkedIn Learning course, Cultivating Mental Agility. Get more stories about leader’s zigs and zags by subscribing to The Path newsletter: LinkedIn.com/Path 

Sue Nabi, CEO of Coty, discusses how storytelling helped her land her first job at L’Oréal and how she uses it in her professional and business life. She emphasizes the power of embracing uniqueness and taking calculated risks. Leadership expert Charlene Li provides tips on storytelling to get the job you want.

Where should you invest your time? In this episode, Ryan chats with Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi about the lessons he wished he’d learned sooner, and the magic of career compounding. Then, communication coach Dorie Clark lays out how you can grow and play the long game at one company without short changing yourself overtime.Follow Ryan, Dara and Dorie on LinkedIn.Get Dorie’s free Long Game Strategic Thinking Self Assessment , and check out her LinkedIn Learning course, How to Make Strategic Thinking a HabitGet more stories about leader’s zigs and zags by subscribing to The Path newsletter: LinkedIn.com/Path

Serial entrepreneur and venture capitalist John Henry shares his journey from being a doorman to becoming a co-CEO. He discusses the power of proximity in finding mentors and making scary career decisions. Henry reflects on his early experiences in business, his passion for entrepreneurship, and his commitment to creating companies that have a positive impact. The podcast explores the concept of 'Onlyness' and the importance of identifying our unique position and purpose. It also emphasizes the significance of connections, shared purpose, and having a supportive network.

Caroline Wanga, CEO of Essence, shares her inspiring career journey and the importance of authenticity. They discuss defining experiences, pursuing authenticity, navigating careers authentically, and addressing microaggressions. The guest emphasizes the role of negotiation in advocating for oneself and shares tips on how to address offensive comments in a professional setting.

What are the traits of a successful person? In this episode, Ryan chats with billionaire entrepreneur Mark Cuban to discuss what it takes to thrive. Then, leadership expert Charlene Li dives deeper into his insights – teaching you ways to embrace curiosity, reduce stress, and master the art of selling.Follow Ryan, Mark and Charlene on LinkedIn. Get more insights from Charlene by subscribing to her newsletter Leading Disruption or check out her LinkedIn Learning Course Generative AI and Workplace Transformation.Get more stories about leader’s zigs and zags by subscribing to The Path newsletter: LinkedIn.com/Path

Hear stories from world leaders on career successes, failures, and pivots. Gain new skills and knowledge for your career toolbox. Ryan Roslansky interviews innovators and change makers about their unique career journeys, offering actionable steps to help listeners pave their own paths.